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Wheel Bearing End Play Check|Page 7968 > < Campaign - Rear Wheel Bearing Seal Replacement|Page 7965
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Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection
Wheel Bearing End Play Check

Wheel Bearing End Play 

Check 
1. Raise and support the vehicle.

2. Position the dial indicator gauge against the wheel rim.

3. Push and pull the wheel by hand in an axial direction and measure the end play.
4. If the end play exceeds specification, check and adjust the rear axle wheel hub retainer torque specification. If necessary, install a new wheel hub

and bearing. For additional information, refer to Steering Hub.

Wheel Bearing End Play Check|Page 7968 > < Campaign - Rear Wheel Bearing Seal Replacement|Page 7965